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Lickety Split
Finished measurements: To fit foot circumference 8 10 inches
Description from Knitty.com:
These socks were based on the sewn tabi socks worn traditionally in Tokyo where I live. Made of cute fabrics and worn with a pair of wooden getas they are the perfect finish for kimono, but being a knitter I immediately thought ‘hmm.. I can knit these.’
The result is a slightly modern twist on the tabi socks, knitting eliminates the seams on the bottom of the feet and make for a better fit, I added a mock seam down the back of the foot like the ones a sewn pair would have so you can add a row of buttons for that extra cuteness factor.
The heels and toes are done in contrasting colour so the eyes are drawn to the unusual toes. I also added an intarsia design on the ankles for a bit of spice.
These socks are done toe up so the tricky part is out of the way early and you are left with only the fun bits. Enjoy!
- First published: May 2006
- Page created: May 31, 2007
- Last updated: December 27, 2022 …
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